Picking hops in the yard gives me time to think through four questions: why ranchers sell the heifers needed to rebuild the cattle herd, what Persian history can teach us about Iran, how NATO might respond to Russian pressure, and when college is worth its cost. From Wyoming’s livestock market to Kaliningrad and Finland, I consider incentives, patience, geography, and the value of making your own decision.
Read the essay and sources: https://joelkdouglas.com/2026/09/29/four-things-this-week-from-a-bucket/
